Fly540
Fly540, established in 2006, was a Kenyan low-cost airline based at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Network and Destinations
It provided scheduled passenger and cargo services across East Africa, including destinations such as
Kenya
Ø Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) – Hub
Ø Mombasa (Moi International Airport)
Ø Eldoret (Eldoret International Airport)
Ø Kisumu (Kisumu International Airport)
Ø Lamu (Manda Airport)
Ø Lodwar (Lodwar Airport)
Ø Malindi (Malindi Airport)
Regional Destinations
Ø South Sudan: Juba (Juba International Airport)
Ø Tanzania: Zanzibar (Abeid Amani Karume International Airport)
Ø Uganda: Entebbe (Entebbe International Airport)
Fleet
Ø The airline's fleet consisted of aircraft like;
Ø Bombardier CRJ200LR,
Ø Bombardier Dash 8-100, Dash 8-200,
Ø Dash 8-Q300.
Recent Developments
In June 2012, Fly540 was acquired by Fastjet Plc, a British investment firm, aiming to establish a pan-African low-cost carrier network. However, Fly540's operations in Kenya were suspended in November 2022 by the Competition Authority of Kenya.
Freedom Airline Express
The Airline was established in 2008 and its headquarter in Nairobi, Kenya. It is a regional airline operating scheduled and charter services across East Africa and the Horn of Africa.
Freedom Airlines Express main hubs
are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport in Nairobi, as
well as Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, Somalia.
Destinations and Operations
Freedom Airline Express serves both
domestic and international routes, connecting major cities in Kenya and Somalia.
The airline operates flights to the following destinations:
Kenya
Ø Nairobi: Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL),
Ø Garissa (GAS)
Ø Elwak (ELWAK)
Ø Mandera (NDE)
Somalia
Ø Mogadishu (MGQ)
Ø Hargeisa (HGA)
Ø Garowe (GGR)
Ø Galkayo (GLK)
Ø Bosaso (BSA)
Ø Kismayo (KIS)
The airline operates daily flights
between Nairobi and Mogadishu, with departures from Nairobi at 06:30 and
arrivals in Mogadishu at 08:00. Flights between Nairobi and Kismayo are
scheduled on Thursdays and Sundays, with departures from Kismayo at 08:00 and
arrivals in Nairobi at 10:30.
Fleet
Freedom
Airline Express maintains a diverse fleet to cater to various routes and
passenger capacities:
Ø Airbus A320: A narrow-body jet capable of
accommodating over 130 passengers.
Ø Bombardier CRJ-200: A regional jet designed to carry
up to 50 passengers.
Ø Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia: A twin-turboprop commuter
airliner seating 30 passengers.
Ø Fokker 50: A turboprop-powered airliner with
a capacity of 46 passengers.
Services Offered
In
addition to scheduled passenger flights, Freedom Airline Express provides a
range of services:
Ø Charter Flights: Customized air travel solutions
for individuals and organizations.
Ø VIP/Executive Transport: Exclusive services for high-ranking
officials and executives.
Ø Cargo Flights: Reliable air cargo services to
various destinations.
Ø Aircraft Maintenance: In-house maintenance services at
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport.
Ø Humanitarian and Medical Evacuation
(Medevac):
Specialized services for emergency medical transport.
Ø Hajj and Umrah Travel Packages: Tailored travel services for
pilgrims.
The airline is licensed to operate
across the African continent and the Middle East, catering to a diverse
clientele, including governments, United Nations agencies, and international
aid organizations.
For more information or to book a flight, you can visit their official website: freedomairexpress.com.
Renegade Air
Renegade Air is a Kenyan regional airline established in 2012 and headquartered at Wilson Airport in Nairobi. The airline operates scheduled passenger services, cargo flights, private charters, and provides ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) leasing, evacuation, and relief services.
Destinations
Renegade
Air serves the following destinations:
Ø Nairobi (Wilson Airport), Kisumu
International Airport, Wajir Airport, Homabay (Homa Bay)
Fleet and Aircraft
Ø Renegade Air's fleet includes:
Ø Bombardier Dash 8 Q100/Q200/Q300
Ø Fokker 50 and Fokker 70
Ø Cessna 208B Grand Caravan
Ø ATR 72-500 (converted to cargo
configuration)
Ø ATR 72-600 (converted to cargo
configuration)
Recent Developments
In September 2024, Renegade Air
introduced Kenya's first ATR 72-500 freighter, leased from Abelo and converted
for cargo operations. This addition enhances the airline's capacity to
transport goods across domestic and regional routes, supporting industries such
as e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and perishables.
Contact Information
Ø Website: flyrenegadeair.com
Ø Headquarters: Wilson Airport, Nairobi, Kenya
Ø If you need further information or
details on specific aspects of Renegade Air's operations, feel free to ask.
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